EventMB

MAY 4, 2020

In the last few weeks, we've seen virtual events become more widespread as an alternative to live events, but trade shows and exhibitions haven't made a particularly smooth transition. Here's a look at why. Based on our timeline, live events are unlikely to be permissible into next year, and this is especially true of […]. The post Why Trade Shows Haven’t Had a Smooth Transition to Virtual by Victoria Copans appeared first on [link].

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Event Industry News

MAY 4, 2020

The Events Industry Forum, which brings together 26 trade and representative organisations from across the outdoor events industry, is keen to kick start public events as soon as it is considered safe to do so. We believe this will need to be on a phased basis as some events will be more flexible to social distancing than others. Any reduction in the need for social distancing would greatly help in making it feasible to restart events as this will be a key factor in deciding the viability of man

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Eventinterface

MAY 4, 2020

In the wake of the unprecedented COVID-19 pandemic, meeting and event professionals have had to turn on a dime, finding new ways to keep programs running and their attendees engaged. Planners have had to scramble to reimagine their events in record time. Here at Eventinterface we’ve developed three insights with a series of questions to help make the move from live events to virtual events easier for you.

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Endless Events

MAY 4, 2020

Today’s episode of Event Tech Podcast is all about how to bring broadcast quality to your virtual event. As of right now, everybody is busy doing a shift to remote work. And that means that event profs, in particular, are getting very acquainted with streaming and video calls. But in a world where we’re shifting to virtual events , that’s a good thing!

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Eventinterface

MAY 4, 2020

In the wake of the unprecedented COVID-19 pandemic, meeting and event professionals have had to turn on a dime, finding new ways to keep programs running and their attendees engaged. Planners have had to scramble to reimagine their events in record time. Here at Eventinterface we’ve developed three insights with a series of questions to help make the move from live events to virtual events easier for you.

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Eventbrite UK

MAY 4, 2020

Since the beginning of worldwide shelter in place orders due to coronavirus (COVID-19), we’ve admired the global event marketing community’s heart and ingenuity. Whether you promote multi-day festivals, cosy club shows, or yoga workshops, no event has been untouched during this crisis. The invisible army of industry professionals that make your favourite concerts and events […].

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Event Age by Swapcard

MAY 4, 2020

Current circumstances have forced event organizers to rethink their approach to marketing their events — and executing the events themselves. In-person gatherings are getting either rescheduled, postponed, or cancelled altogether, and those that push through have gone virtual. But C&IT Magazine notes that even traditional components like gala dinners , hosting a live performance, or DJ-ing, can all still be achieved remotely, and their benefits can even be more significant than offline event

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EventSource

MAY 4, 2020

While postponing your wedding is less than ideal, whether the date change is due to COVID-19 or other circumstances – sometimes it has to be done. Once you have communicated the change in plans to your guests, and organized your vendors you may be wondering what happens to your registry and any gifts you may have already received. Here are the top five things to keep in mind: 1.

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MeetingsNet

MAY 4, 2020

Virus-sniffing dogs and GPS tracking could help attendees be more safe while planners refocus on creating meaningful events. Liz Caruso, CEO and Chief Event Specialist at Liz King Events and founder of TechsyTalk, a community for innovators in the events industry, shares her thoughts on how people will meet again, including some low-tech solutions. MeetingsNet: What changes do you think will happen to face-to-face events due to the pandemic?

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In this best practices guide, you’ll learn how to tap into the cost-efficiencies of advocacy and word-of-mouth marketing with video. Examples include speakers providing a preview of their upcoming sessions, exhibitors creating “please stop by” invitations and attendees creating “looking forward to seeing you” introduction videos. Learn about best practices and programs created by leading companies and associations including ASIS, AUVSI, SuperZoo, National Restaurant Association, World of Concret

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EventSource

MAY 4, 2020

The Basics. Name: Shealyn Angus. Company: Shealyn Angus Weddings & Events. Years in Business: 5. Let’s get down to Biz. So how’d you get into the biz? My first foray working in events was at a fine dining restaurant, then I gradually started managing some small restaurant events, and then jumping into working with Toronto wedding planning company Bliss Events!

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Event Industry News

MAY 4, 2020

Research by BMA House amongst buyers and delegates during April 2020, has highlighted significant shifts in approach towards face to face meetings going forward. 73% of meeting organisers confirmed they intend to increase online meetings going forward, this change was reflected in delegate opinion 89% of which said their online meeting attendance would increase.

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Ins'Tent

MAY 4, 2020

The COVID-19 pandemic has pushed medical professionals far and wide to reach their goals of patient care. An unprecedented event like this can cause strain and overage for hospital staff and patients, as well as medical resources. Alternate Care Sites , facilities temporarily used for healthcare during a pandemic, have led to the most familiar institutions, like convention centers, hotels or arenas, into becoming health-related shelters.

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Event Industry News

MAY 4, 2020

By Rick Stainton, founder and group exeutive director at Smyle. Clear predictions or guesses made as statements of fact are dangerous for the industry. Especially for small businesses in a fragile situation that need clarity and transparency, so knee jerk reactions are avoided. No-one really knows, including the best economists, strategists or scientists, on how this virus will play out over the next 6-12 months – this generic position is reflected across most business publications, Bloomberg bu

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Get ahead of the curve and stay informed with Zuddl's industry report on the future of B2B events in 2023. Stay up-to-date on the latest trends and insights from leading experts in the field. Make informed decisions and stay ahead of the competition.

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All Seated

MAY 4, 2020

It’s truly amazing to realize the impact event technology has had over the last several years. Now more than ever before, virtual event planning platforms and event design software play a critical role in how we plan and execute events today. Through the use of event technology, it’s possible to virtually tour venues, design event layouts, and work collaboratively with vendor teams and clients remotely, from anywhere in the world.

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Event Industry News

MAY 4, 2020

Gateshead Council’s development partner “Ask:PATRIZIA”, has submitted a full planning application for the £260m arena, conference and exhibition centre on Gateshead Quays. The 80,000 sq ft development, which will host international conferences and exhibitions as well as music and cultural events, is situated on the iconic Newcastle Gateshead Quayside, directly in front of the Gateshead Millennium Bridge.

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Caterease

MAY 4, 2020

The post Setting A Delivery Zone For Quick Orders appeared first on Caterease.

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Event Industry News

MAY 4, 2020

The Hiscox Action Group and the Night Time Industries Association (NTIA) have today announced that they are forming an alliance to put pressure on Hiscox Insurance to pay out on its business interruption policies. The alliance will allow for the sharing of information, the pooling of resources and closer collaborations in the legal actions being brought against Hiscox.

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Eventtia

MAY 4, 2020

How do you plan an online event?

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Plan Your Meetings

MAY 4, 2020

To help educate professionals during this unprecedented crisis and to help prepare them for the inevitable recovery, many industry groups are amping up their online offerings and making them freely available, as the MPI Academy has done for much of its content. Following are some excellent, live online programs throughout May 2020. If you miss the original live broadcast, still click through as you’ll likely be able to view the recording.

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Conferences that Work

MAY 4, 2020

Providing downtime during any meeting is important , but it’s especially important to schedule breaks during online meetings. What happens if you don’t schedule breaks during online meetings. Some people have the attitude that attendees at online meetings are grown-ups and they should be given the freedom to take a break when they want and/or need to.

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Bizzabo

MAY 4, 2020

Looking to move your in-person events to a virtual format? Discover how to make your virtual event stand out from the crowd with these insights from a veteran event marketer. Editor's Note: This is a guest post and does not necessarily reflect the views of Bizzabo. Roughly two months ago, the world of in-person events was oversaturated with event offerings.

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For associations, the hybrid model is the future of the MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions) industry. Hybrid events provide increased reach and scalability, improved engagement with association members, and insights from real-time analytics, making them an absolute necessity. This ready-to-use playbook presents a framework for event organizers embarking on the hybrid events journey.

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SmartMeetings

MAY 4, 2020

Attendee and employee comfort with risk will vary widely, as will the regulations for meetings in every destination and the sanitation protocols in each venue. The situation relative to COVID-19, while temporary, will also continue to evolve. What this means, as discussed by more than 330 participants in last week’s Financial & Insurance Professionals (FICP) Chats, is that meetings professionals cannot solve for every potential scenario right now, and should not feel the undue stress associa

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